Project / Program Manager
Location: NZ, , 
Department: PMO002
Salary range: 70000-100000
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Mid-Senior level
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Function: Project Management

Company profile:
PowerbyProxi and its customers are leading a revolution to deliver unplugged power. We have changed the way electricity is delivered in hostile industrial environments. We are now also developing wireless charging technology for consumer electronics and have an impressive portfolio of clients consisting of electronics heavyweights from around the world. PowerbyProxi was spun out of The University of Auckland in 2007 to commercialize cutting edge research undertaken by its internationally acclaimed scientists and engineers. As a pioneer in the design and development of turnkey wireless power solutions, PowerbyProxi eliminates the need for a physical or frictional power connection. We provide our customers with unplugged solutions that solve continuity of delivery and maintenance pain points, create unique competitive advantages, deliver significant cost savings and secure product design wins.

Job description:
PowerbyProxi and its customers are leading a revolution to deliver unplugged power.  PowerbyProxi was spun out of The University of Auckland in 2007 to commercialize cutting edge research undertaken by its internationally acclaimed scientists and engineers. We have changed the way electricity is delivered in hostile industrial environments. These hostile conditions are the result of wet and dirty environments and in moving applications where power cables and physical connectors are problematic, expensive and unreliable. We are now also developing wireless charging technology for consumer electronics and have an impressive portfolio of clients consisting of electronics heavyweights from around the world.  As a pioneer in the design and development of turnkey wireless power solutions, PowerbyProxi eliminates the need for a physical or frictional power connection. We provide our customers with unplugged solutions that solve continuity of delivery and maintenance pain points, create unique competitive advantages, deliver significant cost savings and secure product design wins.The Project Manager will be responsible for the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of approved Product Development projects ensuring consistency with company strategy, commitments and goals.  This role will be critical in ensuring that approved projects are completed on the schedule and budget agreed upon and achieve the functional, operational and financial value consistent with the Company’s vision.  The Project Manager will interface with all internal engineering departments and provide oversight and support across the projects as well as to senior leadership.Responsibilities:Liasing with customers and the Engineering Team to confirm project requirementsDeveloping project plans to agree timeframes and budgets with the CEO and executing the project plan.Managing workflow with Design Managers on a day to day basisReporting results to management and managing communication with customersPrepare, agree &amp; deliver against product development plansReport against those plans to align project teams and report project progress to Executive Team and Customers.Manage Product Verification and Validation related testing, analyse results &amp; facilitate discussions to make design recommendations.Develop Engineering Proposals capturing time and materials budget requirements to deliver on project.Manage contractors to deliver against manufacturing, product testing, product design and other requirements.Regulatory: Analyse and understand regulatory requirements for products in different applications and different jurisdictions. Support Technical Construction file / CE marking / UL approval and other approvalWork with Engineering Manager, Business Development and engineering team to review customer requirements and generate comprehensive Project Requirements document.Represent the product and company locally and internationally during product trials and customer visitsProviding technical support of our Sales Team as they develop business opportunities with customers, prospective customers and partners.Generate high quality project documentation that is suitable for circulation to customer or senior management.Ensure project design documentation is kept up to date and filed systematically.Ensure processes are communicated effectively and followed by engineers.Keep project team aligned of project goals on a regular basis. 

Requirements:
Qualifications / Skills :A proven track record of Project Management, Systems Integration and Applications Engineering.Degree in Electrical Engineering &amp; Computer Systems or equivalent.Candidate should be extremely proficient in the following areas:Project Management of electronic products with complex Hardware and SoftwareTechnical Leadership of engineering teamsProviding Applications Support to customersSupplier and contractor managementStrong project planning, management and reporting skillsStrong track record of inspiring peers or direct reports to high productivity levelsExperienced in any of the following areas will be desirable:Hardware Design (Anlaog)Software Design (microprocessors and firmware design)Systems integrationThermal designEMI / EMC designQA testing (e.g.: parametric testing, HALT, HASS, MTBF methodologies)Product Safety (Industrial automation and control standards – UL, CE, IEC)Production ManagementStrong with analog circuit simulation tools for circuit modeling PSPICE and PSIMStrong documentation and verbal communication skills are required. These should include   formal documentation experience (eg: specifications capture, test report, design documents) and customer communication experience

Benefits:
This is an opportunity to work with one of the most exciting high tech companies globally that is turning science fiction into an accessible technology. We hire the best in the wireless power technology field globally. If you are someone highly motivated in developing your career in the power electronics industry and wish to become a subject matter expert in this field, this is a great opportunity for you to advance your career. Our work culture is collegial, collaborative and we truly celebrate success.  To apply, please submit your application with a copy of your resume by clicking on "Apply" below.